Lincwitsync

You might want to visually inspect your seat filter. After 70000 miles, I checked mine and it wasn't dirty at all. Just check before you spend your hard earned cash. I don't think they need to be changed very often.

I am curious to the end result myself. Please keep us informed.

Hey...you might want to check your headlight sockets too. My light sockets had melted brown spots only on the driver's side for the headlights and directional tailights. I kept mine stock as far as replacement goes. I just keep an eye on the sockets/wiring to make sure my baby doesn't catch fire.

Hey Forum...

I have read about some who bought the tuner for the 3.7 liter in the newer models (EDGE/MKX).

Well... after my last daily driver (a last generation Pontiac GTO), I knew I had some adjusting to do.I had a Diablo tune on my GTO and loved its acceleration even more than factory. Just want to share my experience with my Tuner for my MKX.

During my test drive for the MKX, I realized that this vehicle is tuned for smooth take off and absolutely no throttle response (unless you floor it). I understand this is NOT a sports car, and I never expected it to be. However, there is nothing wrong with having more acceleration without needing to rev the piss out of your engine. Without haste, I purchased a tuner from SCT and tried a couple of the tunes available. I've used it for about a year now. For those who do not know, there are 3 canned tunes (general performance reflashes/tunes that are installed from the company) 87/91/93 octanes. There are even options to edit certain parameters within the canned tunes such as removing top speed, turning off traction control, increasing wide open throttle shift speed etc...I have used the 87 octane tune and recently switched to the 93 octane (gas prices have dropped since I originally purchased this thing...lol). Takes about 15-20 minutes to install program. The tuner can also be used as a trouble code scanner for your vehicle. COOL.

I chose to increase the shift speed by 2 mph for each gear, make it a little richer at wide open throttle, and remove speed governor.

What were the results... In 87 Octane Tune, the throttle response is more sensitive than the dull factory tune. Acceleration seems quicker and the exhaust note changes. It doesn't sound like a rice burner or anything, but there is more burble on start up and throatier sound on take off. Didn't notice much difference in fuel economy. I'd say negligible at best!

I reflashed my ECM to the 93 Octane Tune about 3 weeks ago. I have filled up with 93 Octane (BP brand) four times and I honestly feel greater change in throttle response versus the 87 Octane Tune. It's a night and day comparison over the factory tune. Exhaust note is about the same as the 87 Octane Tune. My MKX will spin wheels on take off (yes i have AWD) without giving full throttle. It's like the throttle response shifted to the 2500-4000 rpm range (which I actually prefer) versus a dead pedal until 3500-6000 rpm range. I kid you not! It still has the top end punch that I love, but there is so much more usable power down low. Ford has left much power on the table with this motor. I'm getting about .5-.7 mpg better in normal driving. My weekly commute is 70% highway/30% city. Nothing scientific, but for seat of the pants feel, this tuner was worth my money.

Has anyone else used this tuner? Let us hear your opinions.

Linc

Ok... maybe it's a CD3 platform thing... It's like the doors shift within their housing as the body shifts (ever so slightly). If the 2013 models are doing this too, then what else can be said? For a 2013 model, you'd expect the chasis to be a even tighter than a 2008 due to production improvements. OH WELL... Other than that, I really love the vehicle. My MKX has literally been trouble free.

I think that may be a 2008 thing. My MKX does that too during driveway inclines and speed bumps. Not pleased about it.

Hey Surferd15... I had both rear ball bearing and knuckle assemblies replaced last month along with the required alignment (which was totally off when they returned it). It was all covered under the Lincoln Powertrain Warranty. If your mileage is under 70,000 miles, this should be a covered repair.

This is a feature that I love about MKX/Edges- especially with the storms that rolled through the north east last weekend. My electricity was out, but my phone and laptop stayed charged without me having to sit in the car (burning fuel). That was a humbling experience. Many new makes shut all accesory ports completely off when the key is taken out of the ignition switch.

The rubber strip has an adhesive backing. If it's sticky you may be able to stick it back on. Is any of the strip attached to the windshield or has it separated?

That rubber thing is a mess. Mine had become an eye sore and I wanted to rip it out too. When I bought my MKX I gave it a serious detailing. While cleaning that windshield, I somehow caught the end of that rubber piece and somehow mangled it. I didn't realize what I had done until after I finished cleaning the windshield. Who thinks "hey look out for rubber gaskets on the bottom of the windshield"? First one I'd ever seen in a vehicle like that.

Since it's been so hot lately, the rubber thing has changed back to its original shape and it looks better. I am glad and will leave it there for now. It is probably some noise barrier or acoustic noise reducer, so it's definately there for a reason. I think that is a stupid location for it to be honest.

i think the display applies to the 2011 and newer models.

GOOD QUESTION... I guess Ford engineered this AWD system to be fool proof so their customers need not worry. As long as the service light is not illuminated, then all is well. That might work for some. Ford may also guess that If you need true four wheel drive, then you will not buy an Edge or MKX

I can't speak for everyone else, but I can feel my AWD working (on dry/non slick surfaces) by my seat-of-pants test. You may/may not want to try it... In launch mode (briskly accelerating from a stop with traction control and overdrive switched off) it doesn't shift all of its weight to the rear axle like a front wheel drive car does. There is a smoother, controlled, yet strong take off without alot of fanfare. If I floored the accelerator in a front wheel drive MKX, (same settings) then I would most likely spin the front tires as the weight shifts to the rear and then pull away.

Hope I didn't beat around the bush too long...but it is what it is (automatic AWD).

Number 2 looks best... and would set off a black Edge better.

I went from an '06 Corvette Coupe to my '11 Sport AWD. The vette was intoxicating on the freeway, but LIVED in the dealer service department. I believe I love my Edge far more than the Vette.

WOW that says a lot. Many Corvette guys are die hard fans and unlikely to admit that. I will say my '05 GTO never gave any problems. I honestly never had to make a warranty claim for anything! It was a great car all around. Hopefully I will experience the same with the MKX as well.

howdy all.. andrew here. just got rid of a pontiac G8 6.0L in favor of a 2008 MKX, and what a great vehicle it has turned out to be! I'm a firm believer that everything automotive was designed to fit a certain "emissions" standard, and that there is always room to improve engine performance and efficency. Ive been in retail auto parts sales for about ten years and have seen all kinds of DIY maintence and modifications, both effective and unrealistic. Looking forward to making some mechanical changes to the 3.5 in effort to improve driveablilty and boost economy. Ford has created an excellent platform, and manufactured a great vehicle that's full of "out of the box" fun and features. I'm looking forward following everyones input here. thanks ~andrew~

Hey Andrew...Happy Holidays. I (like yourself) sold my (mildly modified) 2005 Pontiac GTO-6.0 for an 08 MKX in Septermber. I thought I would miss it, but I honestly don't! Hmmm am I noticing a trend here? I am glad to know that I'm not the only one who swapped high performance for luxury and all season driving. I have to agree with your room for engine improvement comment. The Ford 3.5 is tuned for lower emissions; however, I am quite pleased with my MKX. It gets out of its own way (265 vs 400+ HP??? I'm still adjusting...lol), uses regular fuel, delivers decent fuel economy and that is more than I can ask for in this type of vehicle. It is a weird thing...the more I drive my "X", the more I love it. Hopefully you will too. Enjoy.

i also have a 2008 mkx with hid lights. I'm having issues with the auto light and starting the car i only get the passenger light to work but if i have the lights in the off position and start the car and turn the lights on they work fine. i have a harness with the lights. has anyone else had the same issue

Hey robertfarr, I am debating whether or not to install HIDs on my '08 MKX. I had them in my previous car (headlights and fogs). If the auto headlight feature was turned on, a headlight or fog light was always hit or miss. I changed out the ballast on the culprit light/circuit and it stopped for a few months. Then the other side would act up. I swear that those cheap Chinese made kits are the worst. You might want to invest in a higher quality or you'll be alternating ballasts a lot. I've changed each ballasts once in a two year period... I dealt with it only because I could get the ballasts fairly cheap and I got accustomed to projected Xenon light... I think this time I'm going for something more reliable. Good luck

I just want to say Hello to the ford edge forum. I've browsed this site for a couple weeks to check the culture here. From what i've read, I really I like it so far. . Much more welcoming than other forums. I am now an owner of a 2008 MKX (about a month). It isn't perfect, but in a defensive way I have to admit that I love it. The interior has really cool amenities and warmth. I was once the "GM Brand" man and would have never considered another brand. Now I will say I'm the "American Car Brand" man (lol). I looked at the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland (love the design), but that was a little more (a lot more) than I wanted to spend. GM makes nothing to my liking anymore other than the SRX (not great owner reviews) and CTS (too small inside). I figured it was time to break the GM mold. I realized that the MKX/Edge offered the same or more for about the same used dollars. I inqured and came out a believer. I think it was a smart move for me and my needs and all of my wants.

As a young and mature man coming from a new-age GTO, I have discovered the old adage: one trick ponies(GTO/Corvette/Camaro/Mustangs/Challenger/Charger....) get old fast.

Anyhow, It is nice to see other members who present a genuine brother/sisterly bond through the automobile. Thanks for such a cool site.

LincwitSync